Released to celebrate Rolex's 40th anniversary in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has become one of the Genevan Giant's most iconic watches. The world's first wristwatch to display the date via an aperture on the dial, the Datejust revolutionized wristwatch design for decades to follow. With its emblematic Cyclops lens, jubilee bracelet (designed specifically for the model in 1945), and classy fluted precious metal bezel, the Datejust's aesthetic has always been that of pure elegance and class. Perhaps one of Rolex's most recognizable designs, the Datejust has evolved from its dressier roots into a perfectly capable timepiece rivaling the robustness of most brand's sports watches. Featuring a stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and caseback, the Datejust packs an impressive 100m of water resistance alongside its consistently capable movements and construction that have enabled it to become one of the best-equipped watches for daily wear and tear. Available with several different dial options, in a multitude of materials, and across many styles, the Datejust is an inescapable reflection of its owner, with a model out there to suit pretty much everybody's tastes and preferences.

Watch is in very good overall condition. Case has been previously polished, put presents well with minimal minor wear visible on the surface. Please note that at sometime, a factory 18k YG fluted bezel was fitted on the watch, and the watch is sold in this state. (The original bezel fitted on the watch would have been 18k WG.) The watch has a steel grey dial with no luminous plots on the dial and matching non-lime hands. Watch comes on a jubilee bracelet with 20 links total. It shows light stretch and fits a 7 1/4" wrist.

A signature Datejust variant, the ref. 1601 that we have here is a splendid example of fine Rolex watchmaking, with its iconic design, monochromatic aesthetic and robust construction proving to be rather timeless indeed.